Tag: Beverly Hills Truck Accident Lawyer

You probably don’t need to be told that truck accidents are the deadliest accidents out there. The sheer size of these massive vehicles also helps to ensure that the occupants of the other vehicles involved are far more likely to be injured in the course of truck accidents (according to the National Safety Council – NSC). In fact, the occupants of passenger vehicles make up a full 71 percent of those who lose their lives in truck accidents. If you’re injured by a truck driver’s negligence, one of the first steps you should take is consulting with an experienced Beverly Hills Truck Accident Lawyer. Protect Yourself and Your Claim Although no two truck accident claims are ever exactly alike, the steps truck accident victims like you should take to protect…

Maneuvering a massive 18-wheeler safely through traffic is a challenging task that requires considerable skill and experience – in addition to a commercial driver’s license. When the trucker behind the wheel of that semi beside you on the road lacks the appropriate qualifications, it makes the roadway more dangerous for you and for everyone else on it. If an unqualified truck driver leaves you injured in a truck accident, the matter is too serious not to consult with an experienced Beverly Hills truck accident attorney as soon as you’re able to do so. A Note about Trucking Companies  Truck drivers are professional drivers who are responsible for ably handling their rigs, following the rules of the road, and adhering to the strict rules and restrictions that are in place for…

Delivery trucks perform an essential role in our modern economy. Unfortunately, they can also hit and severely injure pedestrians. It's no wonder that large trucks cause thousands of pedestrian deaths annually. Large trucks account for about 15% of all truck accident fatalities. In many cases, victims and surviving family members are entitled to compensation for their losses after a pedestrian accident involving a delivery truck. Who Bears Liability When Commercial Trucks Hit Pedestrians? When delivery trucks hit pedestrians, a number of parties could potentially be liable for victims’ losses, including: The driverThe company responsible for the operation of the vehicleThe manufacturer of the delivery truckThe owner of the cargo in the truckOther motoristsThe party or agency responsible for the maintenance of the street where the accident took place What Should…

Every commercial truck driver needs a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to drive their trucks if they operate across state lines. Formerly, any driver with a valid driving license drove a commercial vehicle. However, things changed in 1986 following the enacting of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act. This legislation requires every commercial vehicle  driver who operates interstate to get a CDL. The law has improved road safety by giving these drivers sufficient qualifications and training. Keep reading to learn why a CDL is critical. Which Vehicles Require a CDL? Every driver operating a commercial vehicle such as a tractor-trailer, semi-truck, dump truck, and passenger bus needs a CDL. Drivers obtain CDLs by sitting for and passing a special knowledge exam and driving skills test. Obtaining a CDL permits a driver…